Chapter 64 Magazine Cover
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The Ivans‘ company was doing incredibly well, not just in real estate development but in various lines of business. In short, they ventured into any industry that promised profits something other companies could hardly sustain,
But the Ivans had both the power and money. Whatever industry they desired to dabble in was a matter of their fancy, owning not one but two media companies in the entertainment industry. Typically, matters related to these subsidiaries wouldn’t reach the headquarters, but early one morning, Juliette came to Sylvia with issues from both companies in hand.
“These things are naturally handled by those below. Why bring it to me? I have enough responsibilities. If I have to deal with every little problem from the subsidiaries, I’ll work myself to death,” Sylvia complained.
While these media companies fell under their corporate umbrella, they weren’t Sylvia’s strong suit, so they had dedicated individuals managing them. There was no need for Sylvia to take on these issues.
Juliette understood this as well but wouldn’t have come to Sylvia if it weren’t a special situation. Sitting seriously before Sylvia, she said, “You must have forgotten, there’s someone in the company who’s always been against you, right? These issues were dug up intentionally by them, and the people below can’t handle it, so they’ve come to you. And you know, the subsidiaries‘ earnings are substantial, albeit not comparable to headquarters.”
Now Sylvia understood. Someone was deliberately creating trouble for her by placing these documents on her desk. After carefully reviewing them, Sylvia couldn’t help but laugh.
“What, is this some kind of joke? Just because two brand ambassadors left? Just find two new ones, and it’s solved. Does such a trivial matter really warrant my attention?”
Juliette had had the same initial reaction as Sylvia. Losing two brand ambassadors didn’t seem like a big deal; the company could find replacements. But after digging deeper, Juliette found that for some reason, their companies were being blacklisted within the industry. Apart from their signed artists, almost no one was willing to work with them.
This had never happened before, and Sylvia was stunned. “Someone must be targeting us specifically
then.”
“Absolutely. And I’ve looked into it – the instigator is a major player in the film and television industry. For them, taking aim at us like this is easy.”
They were established giants, their connections unparalleled by Sylvia and Juliette’s subsidiaries.
Juliette couldn’t fathom what their companies had done to warrant being blacklisted. Sylvia thought for a moment and then suggested, “Luke, my brother’s assistant, could easily handle this if we call him over.”
Juliette’s mouth twitched in disbelief. “Are you joking? Luke is your brother’s right–hand man, and if I’m not mistaken, he’s helped resolve untold issues. You really think your brother would be happy to send Luke over to assist you?“,
Sylvia pondered for a moment before shaking her head. “I don’t know, that’s why you should go talk to
him. He certainly wouldn’t agree if I asked.
“What are you thinking? Your brother would refuse even if I asked!”
Juliette wasn’t keen on getting involved in this thankless task, fearing it could backfire on her. But Sylvia said nothing, merely waiting and watching Juliette in silence until the office phone suddenly rang, Interrupting then standoff
After hanging up, fiylvin donned her jacket and announced, ‘Let’s go to the subsidiary and see what’s going on,” beckoning Juliette to follow.
As they reached the lobby, they saw Luke waiting with a car. Now it made sense why Sylvia had reacted no oddly Luke had been preparing to join them.
“You’re saying your brother actually agreed to let Luke come over to help with this?” Juliette whispered.
“Of course. If he doesn’t handle this for me, who will?”
To Sylvia, it made no difference; eventually, she would lead the company, and perhaps her brother would still need to be involved. If in the meantime Luke could assist, all the better.
Formalities exchanged, Luke drove them to the subsidiary, where everyone was stressed about the upcoming magazine cover shoot. The contracted artist had backed out at the last minute, leaving them. scrambling for a suitable replacement.
En route, Sylvia was briefed on the situation. The upcoming cover shoot was to be conducted by a renowned photographer, which was supposed to be a key selling point. However, their rivals had exploited this, and their intended cover artist pulled out as a result.